Dragonair – Dragon (#14)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Dragonair (#14) is a Rare card from EX - Dragon released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Aya Kusube and the Dazzle Blast attack (20 damage), Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused.. TCGplayer market price sits around $3.51, Cardmarket average sale is €1.63, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $3.51
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.51
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Dragon
- Card Number
- 14
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Aya Kusube
- HP
- 70
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Colorless ×2
- Resistances
- Grass -30, Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Dragonite
Attacks & Strategy
-
Dazzle Blast
[Lightning, Colorless]
— 20
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused. -
Healing Wave
[Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 30
Remove 1 damage counter from each of your Active Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Dragonair from Dragon (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Aya Kusube.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Dragonair 14 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Dragonair's Dazzle Blast deals 20 damage for Lightning + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused.
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Colorless ×2 • Resistant to Grass -30, Fighting -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon #14 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Rare | $3.51 |
�📦 Dragon Set Context
This Dragonair is part of the Dragon expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Aya Kusube, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Dragonair card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare cards from Dragon are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Aya Kusube resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Dragon
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Dragonair 14 was released in 2003 in the Dragon expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Aya Kusube. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Dragon is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Dragonair with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Dragonair card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Dragonair works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.